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Roger Holt

On a tight budget? 7 ways to get an ipad for your child with special needs | Friendship... - 0 views

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iPad special needs funding

shared by Roger Holt on 08 Apr 11 - No Cached
  • This post is part Seven of the Special Needs iPad & App Series. Almost from the day the iPad was launched there was an immediate buzz about the special needs apps that were available in the iPad app store. Apple quickly realized that the iPad was perfectly suited to enhancing the lives of individuals with special needs and created a special education section of the app store. Websites and blogs sprung up dedicated to reviewing apps for Assistive Communication, Social Skills, Life Skills,Scheduling and more. The need for the iPad is an obvious one for children with special needs. But what if you can’t afford one for your child, what do you do?
Terry Booth

Financial Resources: Kids with Special Needs - Webinar - Jan. 23, 2013 - 0 views

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financial planning webinar

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  • Terry Booth on 19 Dec 12
     
    Click here to register for this webinar What: Greg Zibricky will use the word "F.A.M.I.L.Y." to breakdown difficult financial planning concepts and special needs planning into easy to understand components. With the information provided from the F.A.M.I.L.Y. presentation, webinar attendees will be able to confidently chart a path as parents and caregivers of children with special needs and professionals will be able to provide information and resources to share with families. Greg Zibricky is recognized and regarded for his expertise in the field of Financial and Special Needs Planning. He has over 27 years of experience helping clients identify the financial strategies that will work best for them. As a parent of a child with special needs, he brings exceptional awareness and a unique perspective to his work. When/Where: Wednesday, January 23, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm Mountain
danny hagfeldt

13 iPad cases for your child with special needs | Friendship Circle -- Special Needs Blog - 0 views

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shared by danny hagfeldt on 10 Feb 12 - No Cached
  • 13 iPad cases for your child with special needs | Friendship Circle -- Special Needs Blog 13 iPad cases for your child with special needs | Friendship Circle -- Special Needs Blog tags: iPad You just invested in a shiny new iPad for you child with special needs. Next, you lay out some more money to purchase a few communication apps, install them and your child is off and running with a $500 piece of equipment. Minutes later  you see the iPad less bounce its way down those beautiful wooden stairs of yours… And then you woke up from your nightmare. You were smart enough to purchase a protective case for the iPad. Your child gets to develop communication and social skills while dad becomes an Angry Birds champion. Make sure you don’t have an iPad nightmare… here are 13 great cases that will protect your iPad investment!
Meliah Bell

Closing The Gap Live - Webinar - Multiple Dates - 0 views

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webinar ipad ipod classroom

shared by Meliah Bell on 29 Oct 12 - No Cached
  • Meliah Bell on 29 Oct 12
     
    Click here to register for the webinars   Student Response Apps for iPads, iPods and the Web 90 MINUTES Monday, November 5, 2012 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    AND Monday, January 14, 2013 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
    From set up to ideas for classroom use, free, easy-to-use web-based student response apps and programs accessible from iPads, Android tablets, computers and other devices for teaching and assessment will be demonstrated. Learn how to utilize programs (from apps allowing you to run video, sound and drawing tools in a quiz on iPads, to programs that can be run from any and all devices at the same time from the Web) to keep students from falling behind, give them a voice in the classroom discussion, generate reports and monitor progress, even during the classroom lesson. PRESENTER: DAN HERLIHY   Is Your Head in the Clouds?? This can be a Good Thing! 90 MINUTES
    Thursday, November 8, 2012&nb
Sierra Boehm

Special Needs Expo - Bozeman - Apr. 20, 2013 - 0 views

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Montana Special Needs

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  • Sierra Boehm on 01 Apr 13
     
    Download Special Needs Expo Flyer

    What:
    An all-day extravaganza featuring speakers on a variety of topics pertaining to the special needs community. We will have 3 breakout sessions with choices of classes to attend. Chad Berg, the Bozeman Special Ed Director, will be giving a keynote address. There will also be a resource fair with agencies from the community. Free breakfast, lunch, and child care will be provided.

    When:
    Saturday, April 20, 2013
    8:30 am - 3:30 pm Mountain

    Where:
    Irving Elementary School
    611 S. 8th Ave.
    Bozeman, MT 59715

    Cost:
    Free of charge
Sierra Boehm

Children & Youth with Special Healthcare Needs in Healthy People 2020: A Consumer Persp... - 0 views

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webinar healthcare

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  • Sierra Boehm on 13 May 13
     
    Register for this webinar

    What:
    Healthy People 2020 contains almost 600 objectives for improving the health of all Americans, and 100 of those objectives relate to children and youth with special healthcare needs (CYSHCN). To highlight some of these objectives and envision how the objectives might influence CYSHCN as they mature into adults, Genetic Alliance and Family Voices collaborated with the Division of Services for Children with Special Health Needs in the Health Resources and Services Administration's Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) - which last year released Envision 2020, its strategic plan - to develop a family and consumer perspective on the national health promotion agenda and how it relates to CYSHCN and their families. By focusing on a small portion of the many community and organizational accomplishments related to children and youth with special healthcare needs (CYSHCN) and systems of care, we hope to generate discussions of the gaps that remain, as well as equip families and providers to better advocate and care for CYSHCN and their families. This webinar will present Envision 2020 as well as the Consumer Perspective document and demonstrate how Healthy People 2020 objectives can influence and provide direction for improving systems and services for individuals with special healthcare needs.

    When:
    Thursday, May 16, 2013
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mountain

    Cost:
    Free of charge
Meliah Bell

Implementing a Successful RTI Program - Billings, MT - Multiple Dates - 0 views

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rti Montana Special Education

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  • Meliah Bell on 18 Jan 13
     
    Special Education and RTI, January 30, 2013 - 5:30-8:00pm
    Where do special education students fit in an RTI model? What is the difference between a Tier III intervention and special education services? What is the special education teacer's role in RTI? How do I use RTI in special education eligibility decisions? What are the legal considerations of RTI? This session will cover these and other common questions about special education and RTI implementation.
    Click here to register for this Program
    Data Analysis and Problem Solving Teams, February 27, 2013- 5:30-8:00pm
    Data decision making is at the heart of an effective RTI model. This interactive session will provide participants an opportunity to apply research-based data decision making strategies to determine
    1) the effectiveness of core instruction and curriculum
    2) student's response to Tier II and Tier III instruction
    3) appropriate instructional strategies to meet the needs of learners.
    Click here to register for this Program
    Utilizing the AIMSweb Advanced Features for RTI, March 20, 2013- 5:30-8:00pm
    AIMSweb is a user friendly data system that schools in Montana are using for screening and progress monitoring. This interactive session will demonstrate how some of the advanced AIMSweb features - including the RTI tab, advanced settings, data analysis options, as well as other participant requests - can increase your efficiency and effectiveness in implementing RTI. This session will also present the validity and reliability of these commonly used t
Roger Holt

Top 10 Tips To Help Me Help Your Special Child | Friendship Circle -- Special Needs Blog - 0 views

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parents

shared by Roger Holt on 08 May 12 - No Cached
  • Being a special educator can be a very challenging task.  Teaching, paperwork, IEP meetings and overseeing paraprofessionals leaves special education teacher drained at the end of the day.  Its no wonder that 50% of special education teachers leave their jobs within 5 years. Parents can help their child with special needs succeed by helping their special teachers breath!
Meliah Bell

Butte PAK Meeting - Butte, MT - Nov. 10, 2012 - 0 views

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Education Standards Montana Special Education Training

shared by Meliah Bell on 17 Oct 12 - No Cached
  • Meliah Bell on 17 Oct 12
     
    Click here to download Butte-PAK-Meeting

    What:
    The purpose of Montana PAK is to develop a monthly forum for parents to collaborate and receive information about special education advocacy and the federal/state laws that protect their children. In addition, PAK aims to provide a public medium to discuss educational concerns and to raise awareness about the scope of services, as well as local resources, which are available for children. One of those services is an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). An IEP is meant to be a collaborative process between parents, teachers, officials of the school system, and sometimes others who have expertise in the nature of a child's disability or provision of particular services. Parents are often overwhelmed by the special education process as they seek to improve their child's programming during IEP meetings. As an essential member of the IEP team, parents must have an understanding of the legal requirements which guide a school district's practices. Parents can improve their advocacy skills by obtaining a solid understanding of their child's legal rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), and state laws. Although PAK is an organization for providing training and support program for parents, PAK invites parents, professionals and community members who are interested in improving their knowledge about special education advocacy. PAK meetings will be led by parent advocates who have considerable experience with the special education process with presentations by attorneys, special education advocates, and other professionals.

    When/Where:
    Nov. 10, 2012
    Business Deve
Meliah Bell

Special Education Conference - Seattle, WA - March 6-8, 2013 - 0 views

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Special Education conference education educators

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  • Meliah Bell on 18 Jan 13
     
    Click here to download the registration forms for this Conference

    What:
    The purpose of this conference is to provide up-to-date research and treatment strategies on a wide variety of special education issues. This conference provides numerous opportunities for professionals to acquire new information and ideas to work collaboratively to meet the needs of students with special needs. Therapists and educators will enhance their knowledge of best practice in instructional strategies. Participants will have the opportunity to hear nationally and internationally recognized speakers on a variety of topics. Educators can attend selected concurrent courses to best meet their professional needs. When/Where:
    March 6-8, 2013
    Multiple times
    Shoreline Conference Center-Shoreline, WA (North Seattle Area) Contact:
    Rehab Seminars
    500 Goss Road
    Port Townsend, WA  98368 Phone: (360) 379-6994 Fax: (360) 379-5271
Roger Holt

Special Needs Travel: A Vacation for Everyone - 0 views

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recreation vacations travel special needs

shared by Roger Holt on 23 Mar 14 - No Cached
  • The nation's premier special-needs theme park, Morgan's Wonderland opened four years ago based on the vision of philanthropist Gordon Hartman. "I was at a hotel pool with my daughter, Morgan, who was 11 or 12 at the time, when she kept looking over at two other kids in the pool who were tossing around a ball," he recalls. "I knew she wanted to play with them, but because she has special needs she didn't have the communication skills to ask, so she hit the ball. They grabbed it from her and got out of the water." That's the moment the retired homebuilder decided that he wanted to create a place where kids with special needs and those without could have fun together. He traveled around the country, seeking input from pediatricians, families, therapists, and engineers. The result: a 25-acre oasis on the city's northeast side, where every ride and attraction -- from the carousel to the train to the off-road adventure -- can accommodate all children and adults.
  • Smugglers' Notch Jeffersonville, Vermont Although it's known for its skiing, this resort area offers amazing summertime adaptive programs for kids ages 3 and up. Depending on the need, children may be given a trained camp counselor and can be incorporated into the kids' program to swim, hike, climb the rock wall, and do arts and crafts, or be part of a special-needs group. If they're 6 or older, they can take part in an Autism Mountain Camp that includes horseback riding and sailing. Private swim lessons, which focus on fulfilling a child's sensory needs, are also available.
  • Morgan's Wonderland San Antonio, Texas
Sierra Boehm

Customizing iPad Content for Students with Special Needs - Webinar - May 22, 2013 - 0 views

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ipad webinar

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  • Sierra Boehm on 18 Apr 13
     
    Register for this webinar

    What:
    The iPad has many apps to assist students with special needs. In this webinar, learn how free, low-cost, and specialized apps can be customized for students with diverse needs. The built-in (free) Photos and Camera apps are easily adapted for flashcards, picture books, and video modeling of social skills. Low-cost apps for books and creativity can be customized to target receptive and expressive language skills. Finally, specialized apps for articulation (e.g., ArtikPix) and literacy (e.g., StoryPals) have modules to create specific learning targets for students. Participants will learn these various implementations of iPad apps to improve individualization for their students.

    When:
    Wednesday, May 22, 2013
    11:00 am - 12:00 pm Mountain

    Cost:
    Free of charge
Roger Holt

10 Reasons Special Needs Parents Should Join a Support Group | Friendship Circle -- Spe... - 0 views

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Support

shared by Roger Holt on 03 Sep 13 - No Cached
  • As a parent to a child with special needs one of the best things you can do for yourself and your child is to join a support group.  Support groups can be rich in information that can be helpful for you while raising a child with special needs.  You can learn from the experiences of parents who have been there before.  There are opportunities for emotional and social support for you and your child.
Roger Holt

How to Find the Right Help as a Special Needs Parent | Friendship Circle -- Special Nee... - 0 views

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parents special needs

shared by Roger Holt on 23 Apr 13 - No Cached
  • With about six million children requiring special education services, you may very well be the parent of a special needs child. Your journey may be difficult. How can you be sure you are getting the best care for your child? Are there programs to help your child that you don’t know about? What can you do to make yourself feel better during the extra stressful moments? Here are 8 tips that were offered by special needs parents.
Terry Booth

Childhood Obesity and Children with Special Healthcare Needs - Webinar - July 26, 2012 - 0 views

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children Health Care obesity webinar

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  • Terry Booth on 11 Jul 12
     
    Click here to register for this webinar What:
    This webinar will examine the prevalence of overweight and obesity in children with special healthcare needs and share practical strategies for prevention and treatment when working with this population. Topics to be covered include modified caloric needs, adapted physical activity, and differences in energy expenditure. This presentation will cover content relevant for providers who occasionally see children with special needs as a component of their practice as well as those who more frequently treat this population of children. When:
    Thursday, July 26, 2012
    12:00 - 1:00pm Mountain
Roger Holt

10 Resources for Special Needs Families In The Military | Friendship Circle -- Special ... - 0 views

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Military parents special needs

shared by Roger Holt on 28 May 13 - No Cached
  • Family life in the military is no easy task. Spouses are gone for long periods of time, Children need to be raised, and there is constant worry about a spouse that is deployed. In addition to all this strain, some military families have the additional challenge of raising a child with special needs. Thankfully there are a number of resources available to help. Here are 10 resources and services for special needs families in the military.
Roger Holt

13 Important Things you must do for your Special Needs Family | Friendship Circle -- Sp... - 0 views

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special needs

shared by Roger Holt on 30 Oct 13 - No Cached
  • Taking care of you child with special needs is an important job. I have compiled 13 Key things a caregiver must do for a child with special needs. I call these my Baker’s Dozen – This is in no way a complete list, and each and every family’s situation will have nuances. Remember, it all can’t or doesn’t need to be done at once;
Terry Booth

First PAK Meeting - Butte - May 5, 2012 - 0 views

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advocacy Children Montana Parent_Professional Collaboration parents

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  • Terry Booth on 16 Apr 12
     
    Click here to download the full brochure for this event (PDF) What is Parents Advocating for Kids (PAK): The purpose of Montana PAK is to develop a monthly forum for parents to collaborate and receive information about special education advocacy and the federal/state laws that protect their children. In addition, PAK aims to provide a public medium to discuss educational concerns and to raise awareness about the scope of services, as well as local resources, which are available for children. The meeting is open and free to the public. The two hours will be divided into portions dedicated to open discussion and a presentation on legal rights in special education. RSVPs are not required to attend the meeting, but mandatory if child care is needed. Who are PAK Meetings for: Parents, guardians or family members of a child who is receiving special education services; Parents of a child who is struggling in school due to behavioral or emotional issues or who just seems to have a hard time learning; Parents, guardians or family members who suspect their child might have a learning disability or other condition that is causing him or her to have difficulty in school; Parents, guardians or family members who wish to improve their understanding of special education so they may better advocate at IEP meetings. When: Saturday, May 5, 2012 10:00am - 12:00pm Where: 305 West Mercury Street Butte, MT For more information or to RSVP: Contact PLUK at 406-255-0540 or email info@pluk.org.
Roger Holt

15 Reasons Why Its Hard To Get Along With Special Needs Parents | Friendship Circle -- ... - 0 views

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parenting special needs

shared by Roger Holt on 24 May 13 - No Cached
  • Special needs parenting is a lifestyle.  For many of us, it is not the lifestyle we chose.  And even if we did choose to become a special needs family through adoption, there are still plenty of reasons to be cranky – and then joke about it later.
Roger Holt

19 Summer Tips From Special Needs Parents | Friendship Circle -- Special Needs Blog - 0 views

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summer

shared by Roger Holt on 20 May 13 - No Cached
  • With the summer just a month away parents are starting to feel the heat. Kids will be out of school and the challenge of providing a structured and fun summer are weighing heavily on the minds of parents. To make you a little less worried Netbuddy has collected 19 tips from parents of children with special needs on who to get through the summer break.
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